In recent years, many researchers have been focusing on the different novel techniques in designing pneumatic soft actuator that can produce bending motion. This paper presents a design; combination of braided angles artificial muscle applied single chamber to The construction is based theory contraction and extension muscle. It comprises fiber-reinforced inside silicone rubber capable create one-sided Analysis nonlinear finite element method conducted predict direction before prototype...

This paper introduces a quadruped soft-amphibious robot using 4.0 mm diameter thin and soft McKibben actuator. The utilizes its leg body bending mechanism to locomote. For each leg, three links of the actuators are arranged in parallel with fixed upper bottom part. Then, four plastic plate between for motion. elastic deformation actuated by assist side-to-side motion mimicking gait biological creature like lizard/salamander during walking FEM simulation studies were performed Marc Mentat...

Towards the development of a safe, small, lightweight and human-friendly finger exoskeleton, device made from high elasticity material driven by pneumatic source; or simply known as soft actuator is currently being paid to attention. The study determine optimum fiber-reinforced elastic model be employed in an exoskeleton for rehabilitation. Bending motion anticipated 3-D finite element verified nonlinear software, MARC™. effectiveness proposed discussed based on displacement data obtained...

This paper shows a study on two chambers soft actuator development and its application to an artificial fin. Simulations of are conducted using finite element method software the bending angles produced computed. Eleven designs proposed compared which differ in separating wall thickness, fiber location, materials, rubber materials analyze optimal angle by actuator. Two actuators then fabricated embedded at ends fin produce traveling wave along Soft propels like gymnotiform swimmers good...

Over recent years, the reseach in field of soft actuation has been extensively increased for achieving more complex motion path with smooth, high flexible movement and generated force at minimum operating pressure. This paper presents study on gripping capability actuators applied glove-type finger exoskeleton, developed motivation to assist individuals having weak ability their rehabilitation exercise towards hand function restoration. The exoskeleton utilizes five cylindrical shaped...

SILASTIC P-1 Silicone, a hyper elastic material, supplied by Dow Corning ® is considered for the current research of development soft actuator. The uniaxial tensile testing and compression according to ASTM standards are conducted find its mechanical material properties. measured stress-strain data then applied three kinds constitutive non-linear models their respective constants computed least square fit. first order Ogden model shows better agreement with experimental data. properties such...

Over recent years, studies on soft mechanism are rapidly being paid to attention especially in pneumatic actuator field. Good should be able provide sufficient force and flexibility movement, hence bending motion is vital criteria needed robotic actuation. In this paper, a solution proposed which several patterns fiber weave designs introduced. The objectives of the simulations investigate combination reinforced models yields best characteristics its relation contraction or extension shown...

This study investigates UAV propeller aerodynamics, focusing on key parameters such as mesh resolutions, timestep sizes, rotational speeds and RANS turbulence models. Through comprehensive CFD simulations, the aerodynamic performance of is assessed across operating conditions from 3,000 to 8,000 RPM. We analyse resolutions ranging coarse fine, finding that finer meshes yield more accurate thrust torque predictions but increase computational costs. Timestep sizes 0.5°, 1°, 5° 10° are...

In this paper, a robotic fin was idealized with three rays, which are serially connected by thin flexible rubber membranes. Each ray consists two chamber braided soft actuator operated pneumatic pressure at the maximum of 20 kPa. The bending is achieved alternating supply air to chamber. bends right when left pressurized and moves pressurized. propulsive wave motion along thus oscillating rays same frequency but in different phases. finite element (FE) analysis conducted MARC ® , nonlinear...

This paper presents a prototype of Water Surface Mobile Garbage Collector Robot built in motivation to educate the people love and monitor health our rivers by collecting trash themselves using mobile robot. The garbage collector is designed aimed for cleaning small-scale lakes, narrow rivers, drains Malaysia. navigation robot controlled wireless Bluetooth communication from smartphone application. performance water terms manoeuvring control efficiency collection load capacity was tested...

<p>The methods used to quantify finger range of motion significantly influence how hand disability is reported. To date, the accuracy sensors being utilized in data gloves from literature has been ascertained yet need further analysis. This paper presents an inertial measurement unit sensor-based glove for joint developed collecting a distal interphalangeal, proximal interphalangeal and metacarpophalangeal joints index finger. In this study, three sensors, MPU-6050 two flexible bend...

As one of the most important characteristics soft actuators, bending motion has been widely used in field robotics to perform different manipulation and tasks. In this study, we design silicone rubber material based actuators consisting single dual chambers, a bellows structure. Several models were designed, simulated analyzed using finite element analysis (FEA) software MARC®, order understand structured actuator with chambers optimize performance actuators. The results confirm that...

Abstract Air pollution is one of the pollutions that release harmful chemicals and if not controlled, it will affect human respiratory system. Currently, there are two Pollution Monitoring system located in Kuantan district to record pollution’s reading once detects air pollutant however, origin cannot be detected by As a solution, Smart Environment System for Using Internet Things (IoTs) developed overcome weaknesses. This project involved both hardware software developments, which...

In this paper, a solid, single link soft robot finger was modeled with SILASTIC P-1 Silicone, supplied by Dow Corning ® . The material is anon-linear hyper elastic, strain dependent, room temperature vulcanized (RTV) rubber. When the fingers are actuated for grasping and object manipulation, they vibrate excessive amplitudes, which will disturb precise positioning of fingers. Vibration analysis through numerical simulation conducted in ANSYS V12. first ten fundamental frequencies their mode...

This research presents preliminary characterization studies for a stretchable conductive sensor. It was developed specifically to detect strain changes that occur including flex changes. Some issues in conventional measurement are found be less suitable due the inaccuracy measure an elongation using flexible curve ruler, especially related angle Therefore, study on development of sensor is required. initial will focus characterizing suitability fabric materials and thread patterns develop...

This wireless monitoring system is developed to alert and warn the resident regarding upcoming flood. Due floods that occur every year, especially during monsoon season, loss damage done by this disaster are uncontrollable. When water level rise-up above safe ground, it may hit communication substation, as well power tower. In most cases, many residents not with their surroundings because there no can remind them issues will arise. By preparing themselves for nature disaster, could endanger...

Many researchers have been working on snake-like robots due to their flexibility, safety and dexterity. Traditional rigid underlying structures that limit ability interact with environment. In this work, soft robot is developed using three links of the flexible actuator connected by rubber joints. The actuators are fabricated silicon Silastic P-1 where each link consists two semi-circular chambers reinforced fibers. Fabrication process from CAD design, mold fabrication validation simulation...

Overconsumption of food can result in environmental pollution, making it a particularly concerning issue modern civilization. In Malaysia, waste is generated at rate 16,688 tonnes per day. Despite its biodegradation properties and strong composting potential, about 80% still disposed landfills. Air, soil water pollution are risks often associated with disposal. Since two-thirds total avoidable, preventing the rise household should be top priority, among which through composting. This project...

Liquid transportation is accomplished in various ways, including the use of tankers and containers. Recently, most liquid shipments have utilized Flexitank as containers, where steam heating employed to melt frozen cargo liquids. However, due limitations disadvantages associated with steam-type pads, particularly terms time taken liquid, researchers are exploring alternative methods for within Flexitank. This project aims investigate possibility implementing electrical pads an option...